Riziki Swahili Grill - Columbus

Hidden gem of authentic Swahili food with a simple relaxing atmosphere. We got Zanzibar special fried fish with curry on top. Beef and chicken sambusa (samosas). Goat curry with cozy spice.

Overall, I think this place has a very interesting menu that stands out among the other local African restaurants in Columbus. However, I thought the flavors were very reserved for African cuisine and there surprisngly wasn't any heat. Everything was quality: beef curry had a great consistency, chapati was rich and tasty, snapper was cooked very well, kale had a subtle but pretty excellent flavor. I just didn't get any strong flavors. The coconut cream on the fish had a very subtle flavor and ugali is a neutral dish, so the plate was just waiting for something to pop. As critical as I might sound, Riziki serves good food nonetheless. Just don't expect to be punched in the mouth with flavor.

Absolutely outstanding! We dined at Riziki's this evening and it was a delightful experience from beginning to end. We were greeted by the gorgeous Ms. Telly and were seated immediately. We explained we'd never eaten this type of food before, and she was so excited to share her cuisine's story with us. She spoke to us very kindly and even brought out some farm fresh strawberries for our little one. All the food we ordered was out of this world; flavorful, fresh, and just lovely! It's a quaint spot, that would remind you of an island vibe. So homey and down to earth. Highly, highly recommend!

We had a great experience here. It was our first time and she took the time explain the menu to us and what the options were. The food was very tasty and had unique flavors we don't often encounter. I recommend trying the juice too! It is a special treat after a nice meal.

My experience with Riziki will echo throughout my life. Never before have I felt more at home more quickly than I did here. Riziki was patient and kind, helped me choose what I would eat and made me feel like her brother. I can not stress this enough. You must try this restaurant! The food and drink were phenomenal!